The One True Church | John Alexander

Main message: The sermon argues that there is one true church, but it is not a denomination or building; it is all who genuinely trust in Jesus. Christians should focus on the essentials that unite them, submit to Scripture as the final authority, and center salvation on Jesus alone.

Key points:

• The early church began at Pentecost in Acts 2 as a community devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer.
• Catholics and Protestants share many core beliefs, but disagree on authority, especially the role of the pope versus Scripture alone.
• Jesus said, “I will build my church,” showing that the church belongs to him, not to any leader or institution.
• The true church is the “invisible church” made up of everyone who has put faith in Jesus, regardless of denomination.
• A healthy church teaches Scripture as authority, salvation by Jesus plus nothing, and a “we over me” vision where every believer serves.
• Good works matter as evidence of faith, but they do not earn salvation; assurance rests in what Jesus has done.
• The sermon closed by urging people to follow Jesus, trust the empty tomb, and play their part in building the church.

Scriptures mentioned: Acts 2, Matthew 16, Ephesians 5, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Timothy 3, James 2:17, Ephesians 4